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Hb

[eɪtʃ biː]
noun
hemoglobina
1. Chemical symbol and abbreviation for hemoglobin, the iron-containing protein in red blood cells that transports oxygen
The patient's Hb levels were tested to check for anemia.
Os níveis de Hb do paciente foram testados para verificar anemia.
2. Medical measurement used in blood tests to assess oxygen-carrying capacity
Normal Hb values range from 13.5 to 17.5 g/dL for adult males.
Os valores normais de Hb variam de 13,5 a 17,5 g/dL para homens adultos.
Synonyms
hemoglobinHgb

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
hemoglobina
Standard medical abbreviation used in clinical practice
Portugal
hemoglobina
Standard medical abbreviation used in clinical practice
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